Subhash Kapoor is a talented storyteller, no doubt. His last film, Jolly LLB, was a terrific mockery of the Indian judiciary system. Hence, the expectations from 'Guddu Rangeela' were high. Sadly, Kapoor stumbles this time around in a tale, that's so heavily inspired by Sholay, that it neither ends up becoming a fitting tribute nor a worthy standalone film.
'Guddu Rangeela' Synopsis: Two small time crooks get indulged in a kidnapping, that in turn, gets them back in touch with their rival.
'Guddu Rangeela' is another rehash of Ramesh Sippy's mesmerizing Sholay. Kapoor, the fan-boy, makes his attempt to re-tell his take on the classic, but unfortunately, 'Guddu Rangeela' isn't half as good as it should have been. Kapoor's Writing, which induces the controversial & disgraceful nature of honour-killing that still exists in India, appeals partly. The two protagonists have a certain smoothness to them, but the same can't be said about the bad-guy, who's evil motives barely cause any fright.
The Screenplay nicely moves initially, but slips into melodrama & revenge in its considerably weak second-hour. Kapoor's Writing is strictly average. As for Direction, Kapoor has handled a number of scenes with ease. Cinematography, Editing & Action-Sequences, are mention-worthy. Amit Trivedi's Score is super.
Performance-Wise: Arshad Warsi is super-efficient, yet again! The actor enacts the revenge-driven Rangeela with complete flourish. Amit Sadh is ordinary as Guddu. Ronit Roy is monotonous as the villain. Its getting tiring to see this talented actor getting stereotyped in villainous roles. Aditi Rao Hydari is restrained. Shriswara is passable. Rajeev Gupta is first-rate.
On the whole, 'Guddu Rangeela' has some merit, but not enough to be a called a good watch.
'Guddu Rangeela' Synopsis: Two small time crooks get indulged in a kidnapping, that in turn, gets them back in touch with their rival.
'Guddu Rangeela' is another rehash of Ramesh Sippy's mesmerizing Sholay. Kapoor, the fan-boy, makes his attempt to re-tell his take on the classic, but unfortunately, 'Guddu Rangeela' isn't half as good as it should have been. Kapoor's Writing, which induces the controversial & disgraceful nature of honour-killing that still exists in India, appeals partly. The two protagonists have a certain smoothness to them, but the same can't be said about the bad-guy, who's evil motives barely cause any fright.
The Screenplay nicely moves initially, but slips into melodrama & revenge in its considerably weak second-hour. Kapoor's Writing is strictly average. As for Direction, Kapoor has handled a number of scenes with ease. Cinematography, Editing & Action-Sequences, are mention-worthy. Amit Trivedi's Score is super.
Performance-Wise: Arshad Warsi is super-efficient, yet again! The actor enacts the revenge-driven Rangeela with complete flourish. Amit Sadh is ordinary as Guddu. Ronit Roy is monotonous as the villain. Its getting tiring to see this talented actor getting stereotyped in villainous roles. Aditi Rao Hydari is restrained. Shriswara is passable. Rajeev Gupta is first-rate.
On the whole, 'Guddu Rangeela' has some merit, but not enough to be a called a good watch.